The IOD aligns its projects and strategic initiatives with current and emerging national, regional, and state priorities related to individuals with disabilities. A majority of IOD grants and programs are concentrated within the following areas:
Assistive Technology, Community Living & Employment, Health & Genetics, Inclusive Early Care & Education

The IOD makes significant contributions to the body of knowledge related to disability through a variety of research and evaluation activities including data analysis, focus group facilitation, model demonstration projects, or project outcome evaluation.

The IOD supports the efforts of consumers and professionals to create more inclusive communities by providing local, regional, and national services, that represent current and emerging best practices.

Alumni Updates - Spring 2016

May 15, 2016

Congratulations to Courtney Gray (NH LEND 2014), who accepted a position as Executive Director of the NH Providers Association in March 2016. The mission of the NH Providers Association is to advance substance use prevention, treatment and recovery through public policy, leadership, professional development, and quality member services. Courtney completed her NH LEND training in 2014, and graduated with a Juris Doctorate from the UNH School of Law and a Master's Degree in Social Work.

Congratulations to Kile Adumene (NH LEND 2015) who received an award on behalf of the NH Equity Leaders Fellowship at a breakfast and award ceremony last week. The award recognizes the Fellowship's innovative work to build leadership among people of color in New Hampshire - empowering communities and building capacity for stronger futures and generations of leaders in the Granite State. Kile has served as the NH Equity Leadership Fellowship Coordinator for the last two years. Congratulations!

Keeping in touch with NH LEND Alumni

We hear from many of you that you would like to see an annual NH LEND Alumni event, or find ways to connect with other NH LEND Alum in your area. Stay tuned for an update on these exciting ideas!